Backrest replaces 2 paid apps
One open-source tool, 2 subscriptions it can stand in for. Each pairing below is curated and verified by hand, with the honest catch spelled out. No votes, no pay-to-list.
garethgeorge.github.io ↗repo ↗
licenseGPL-3.0
runsyour server
installStandalone installer or Homebrew on macOS/Linux, Windows installer, or Docker Compose; it downloads/manages restic on first run
dataBackups are encrypted, content-addressed restic repositories on the chosen local, SFTP, object-storage, or rclone target; Backrest keeps local JSON configuration, cache, and service data.
setupYou still have to choose and provision storage, protect the repository password, grant filesystem access, and test restores; macOS may require Full Disk Access.
facts verified 2026-08-14
Restic con botones, programaciones, verificaciones y suficientes protecciones para no tener que vivir en una terminal.
the catchIt creates versioned backups, not Dropbox's live bidirectional folder sync, sharing links, collaboration, and seamless access from every device.
the verdict →all Dropbox Plus alternatives →
Restic con botones, programaciones, verificaciones y suficientes protecciones para no vivir en una terminal.
the catchIt adds a friendly scheduler, but unlike Backblaze it includes no unlimited off-site storage, automatic destination, managed retention, or shipped physical restore.
the verdict →all Backblaze Personal Backup alternatives →last updated 2026-08-14 · up to $252/yr replaced · no votes, no pay-to-list
